Paikin and the Premiers

Excerpts From Paikin and the Premiers

In this first of five excerpts from his new book, Paikin and the Premiers, Steve Paikin describes how the man who became known as the "Chairman of the Board" might have had an early end to his political career if not for seven votes.

In this second of five excerpts from his new book, Paikin and the Premiers, Steve Paikin recounts the political rise and accomplishments of John Robarts, arguably one of Ontario's most consequential premiers.

Former Ontario Premier John Robarts had some perceptive observations about national unity and the Quebec separatist movement. The third of five excerpts from Steve Paikin's upcoming book, Paikin and the Premiers.

John Robarts, Ontario premier from 1961 to 1971, once spoke at length about life in politics, including his fascination with the "art of government, which is different from politics." From Steve Paikin's upcoming book, Paikin and the Premiers.